SANTA ANA COLLEGE / FINE AND PERFORMING ARTS

Department of DANCE

DNCE 120-A Sec 58108 Introduction to Hip-Hop Dance


 Spring 2018 Wed 7:10-9:00p.m. Room G-108 Units: 1

Instructor: Joshua D. Estrada-Romero, Adjunct Professor of DANCE


Office Hours: By appointment only. Please email: EstradaRomero_Joshua@sac.edu

Course Description

Students will learn various forms of beginning hip-hop dance, focusing on syncopations and rhythms. A basic history of hip-hop culture will be discussed. Students will also view hip hop videos to see the development of hip hop throught out the years.

Student Learning Outcome (SLO)

Given a set of hip-hop dance steps, the student will execute the combination with the accurate timing, space usage, technique and will demonstrate knowledge of hip-hop dance terminology.

 

 Course Objectives

Objectives:

Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

 

1. Demonstrate the strength, coordination and rhythmic ability to execute the technical skills as listed in the course outline.
2. Demonstrate the ability to perform simple hip hop movement combinations.
3. Evaluate movements in terms of space, time, force, and reproduce them accurately through the movement of their own body.
4. Examine, and present a brief history of hip hop dance.
5. Describe the influences hip hop dance has had on the American culture and cultures abroad.
6. Evaluate their personal response to a dance performance in terms of choreography, music, performance of dancers and theatrical elements such as costume, scenery and lighting.

Course Requirements

1.(120 + 130 = 250) Participate and complete midterm and Final Exam .
Exams are mandatory. Exams can only be made up in the event of illness or emergency and if the instructor is informed of the absence via email by the student either prior to the exam or within 24 hours after the exam has taken place. It is the student’s responsibility to contact the instructor to reschedule the exam. If the student fails to reschedule the exam, the student forfeits the ability to take the exam.

Midterm Exam: October 17^th ( Week 8 ), during normal class meeting time. 120 points

Final Exam: (retention and performance) December 12th, 2018 ( Week 16 ), during normal class meeting time. 130 points

2. (50 Points) in class video Critique.

For this class you are required to attend a class meeting where we watch videos of Hip Hop dance seen on the Big Screen. Dancers must write a reflection paper of what they see on the videos as well as answer questions that will be given in class. This will be a hand written assignment, and must be turned in the day off. October 26th

3. (160 Points) Attendance

10 points per class X 16 classes = 160 points
- IMPORTANT: Please note that per department policy, a student may be dropped from the class after missing 10% of the course which equates to 2 unexcused absences!

* NOTE: this class uses “touch instruction” and hands-on facilitation to enable and support kinesthetic learning, which teaches students how to sense muscular activation. At any given time that a student does not want to be touched by an instructor or another student, the student has the right to refuse participation and may opt to facilitate the activity by themselves.

• Full participation in class with commitment, focus, and contribution to daily activities. Each class MAY BE WORTH 10 points based on the following criteria:

- Arriving on time, ready to dance / punctuality and preparedness
- Staying for the ENTIRE class session
- Dressing in the appropriate dance attire with proper grooming
- Exhibiting a positive attitude when receiving comments or corrections - Always giving full effort and attention, both physically and mentally

 

 

4. (40 Points) Hip Hop Assignment- Video Analysis and Notes Due September 5^th

Write a one-page paper on each of the YouTube videos below. What significant concepts were presented that you were not aware of? What stood out to you the most? What concept are carried out into todays culture. Are there any elements still seen in hip hop dance today? Final thoughts and comments

The Four Pillars of Hip Hop

The 4 Pillars Of Hip-Hop feat. KRS One (Do you know what Hip-Hop is?)

History of the Hip Hop in the Bronx

History of Hip Hop in the Bronx - Arts in the City

 

First Bboys and BGirls

first b boys and b girls old school skool at its best original b-girl and bboy history old dance ev

 

Extra Credit (You may only do 1):

• The only available extra credit you may receive is to watch an outside dance performance in either Jazz, Modern, Ballet, or Musical Theatre performance. Performance must be a collegiate level or professional dance company performance. Performance must be ok’d by the Instructor

 

Course Requirements:

Class Participation/ Attendance/ Progression: Students’ effort, attitudes, and work habits are extremely important to obtain progression and ultimately the student’s grade. Students must come to class committed and with the ability to concentrate. Students are expected to apply technical skills and retain corrections. Students are encouraged to ask questions. Assessments for grades will be based on students’ individual work. Students’ work in this class will not be judged by or compared to the work of others.

 

Observations

• A student cannot dance/participate in a class if more than15 minutes late, unless approved by the instructor. It is, however, necessary to attend, observe, take notes, and participate in discussions in order to receive credit points for the class session that day. Notes need to be shown to the instructor at the conclusion of class. Failure to do so will result in a deduction of points. If a student continues to sit out on a regular basis, a meeting with the instructor is necessary to discuss other options. 

• A student can be dropped for excessive absences when the total hours of absences exceed 10% of the total scheduled hours of the class (approximately 2 classes) but it is the student’s responsibility to officially drop from the course. Failure to do so will result in receiving an “F” for the course. 


Dress Code/Attire :

1. Comfortable clothes to dance in (t- shirt and sweats)
2. Street Shoes/ Sneakers

 

Injuries 


If an injury occurs in class, the student must inform the instructor immediately. The student must refrain from any further dance movement until the injury is assessed by the first by the instructor (minor injuries only) and then by a PT or doctor. If the injury requires ice/ compression or medical attention, the instructor will call security for further assistance. If a student has an chronic or existing injury, it the student’s responsibility to notify the instructor before participation in the first class session. A medical note from the student’s doctor may be required to permit physical participation in the class.

Flu/Sickness

If a student is ill with a fever and/or flu-like symptoms, the student should refrain from attendance in class and presence on campus until the fever/flu has been broken for a full 24 hours. Any other contagious health issues should be given medical attention and the student should remain at home until advised by a doctor to return to campus. Frequent washing of the hands and proper cleanliness is highly suggested.

Emergency Evacuation

In the case of an emergency due to a FIRE, EARTHQUAKE , or other emergency, please STAY CALM! Please refer to the posted handout on emergency procedures.

Please visit https://www.sac.edu/StudentServices/Security/Pages/emergency-procedures-and-practices.aspx for more information on safety and procedures here at Santa Ana College.

Disabilities

“A student with a disability, who would like to request an academic accommodation, is responsible for identifying herself/himself to the instructor and to the Disabled Student Office in VL-203 or by phone 714.564.6295 for a referral to the appropriate DSPS department.”

Please visit https://www.sac.edu/StudentServices/DSPS/Pages/default.aspx for more information on DSPS

Academic Honesty

Students at Santa Ana College are expected to be honest and forthright in their academic endeavors. To falsify the results of one's research, to steal the words or ideas of another, or to cheat on an examination, corrupts the essential process by which knowledge is advanced. Academic dishonesty is seen as an intentional act of fraud, in which a student seeks to claim credit for the work or efforts of another without authorization, or uses unauthorized materials or fabricated information in any academic exercise. As institutions, we also consider academic dishonesty to include forgery of academic documents, intentionally impeding or damaging the academic work of others, assisting other students in acts of dishonesty or coercing students into acts of dishonesty.

The SAC Dance Department is implementing a new assessment tool to reflect department program learning outcomes and student progress.  Student evaluations will be conducted quarterly in the areas of participation, technical skills, and reading, writing, and speaking skills.”

 

Grading

Participation 160 + Concert Critique 50 + Hip Hop Video 40 + Midterm 120 + Final 130 Total Points = 500

Pass/No Pass

450-500 points = A 400-449 points = B 350-399 points = C 300-349 points = D 348-below = F

90-100% 80-89% 70-79% 60-69% 59%

Students who register for this course as a P/NP must earn points equivalent to a C grade or better to receive credit for this course

 

Important Add and Drop Dates

September 9^th- ​Last day to add a full-semester class with add code

September 9^th- Last day to  drop a full-semester class and not owe fees and not receive a "W" grade
Not full-semester courses = 10% of the course. Please refer to the section information via WebAdvisor for a specific section date

November 18^th- ​Last day to drop a full-semester class with a "W" grade
Not full-semester courses = 75% of the course. Please refer to the section information via WebAdvisor for a specific section date

 

***Syllabus is subject to change